2011 New Zealand Silver Currency Set
The 2011 New Zealand Silver Currency Set is a remarkable collection celebrating the beauty and heritage of New Zealand's coinage. Issued by the New Zealand Mint, this set features five stunning coins, each struck from pure silver and finished to the highest proof standard, ensuring exceptional detail and a flawless, mirror-like surface.
The five iconic designs in this silver proof coins set are:
The ten cent coin features a Maori carved head or ‘koruru’ with Maori rafter patterns. Koruru are usually mounted on the gables of wharenui (meeting houses) and are referred to as ‘The guardians of the house’.
The Maori carving shown on the 20 cent coin is a reproduction of a specific carving of an 18th century Maori warrior leader called Pukaki, who was a rangatira (chief) of the Ngati Whakaue iwi of Te Arawa in the Rotorua district. The carving was made in 1836 and today it can be viewed in the entrance to the Rotorua District Council building. The edging of this coin is distinctive and known as ‘Spanish flower’.
The design on the 50 cent coin shows the Endeavour sailing south with Mount Taranaki (Egmont) in the distance. The Endeavour was a British Royal Navy research vessel commanded by Lieutenant James Cook on his first voyage of discovery, to Australia and New Zealand from 1769 to 1771.
New Zealand’s national bird and beloved icon, the kiwi, appears on the $1 coin. This small, flightless bird has been in New Zealand for more than 60 million years, and is largely nocturnal. It has become so much a part of New Zealand’s national identity that New Zealanders overseas (and at home) colloquially refer to themselves as ‘Kiwis’.
The kotuku (white heron) is shown on the $2 coin. It is one of New Zealand’s rarest birds and is held in particularly high regard in Maori mythology. Kotuku have figured prominently in Maori legend as exemplars of rarity, grace and beauty, and as inhabitants of the spirit world.
Please note: This item is second hand and may have nicks, marks and scuffs to the outer and/or inner box or capsule. We strive to ensure that all items listed for sale are to a high standard, but please be aware that some of the older boxes issued by the Mints have not stood the test of time. While there may be some scuffing to the original packaging, the coin itself is in excellent condition with the pricing reflecting the condition of the product.
2011 New Zealand Silver Currency Set
The 2011 New Zealand Silver Currency Set is a remarkable collection celebrating the beauty and heritage of New Zealand's coinage. Issued by the New Zealand Mint, this set features five stunning coins, each struck from pure silver and finished to the highest proof standard, ensuring exceptional detail and a flawless, mirror-like surface.
The five iconic designs in this silver proof coins set are:
The ten cent coin features a Maori carved head or ‘koruru’ with Maori rafter patterns. Koruru are usually mounted on the gables of wharenui (meeting houses) and are referred to as ‘The guardians of the house’.
The Maori carving shown on the 20 cent coin is a reproduction of a specific carving of an 18th century Maori warrior leader called Pukaki, who was a rangatira (chief) of the Ngati Whakaue iwi of Te Arawa in the Rotorua district. The carving was made in 1836 and today it can be viewed in the entrance to the Rotorua District Council building. The edging of this coin is distinctive and known as ‘Spanish flower’.
The design on the 50 cent coin shows the Endeavour sailing south with Mount Taranaki (Egmont) in the distance. The Endeavour was a British Royal Navy research vessel commanded by Lieutenant James Cook on his first voyage of discovery, to Australia and New Zealand from 1769 to 1771.
New Zealand’s national bird and beloved icon, the kiwi, appears on the $1 coin. This small, flightless bird has been in New Zealand for more than 60 million years, and is largely nocturnal. It has become so much a part of New Zealand’s national identity that New Zealanders overseas (and at home) colloquially refer to themselves as ‘Kiwis’.
The kotuku (white heron) is shown on the $2 coin. It is one of New Zealand’s rarest birds and is held in particularly high regard in Maori mythology. Kotuku have figured prominently in Maori legend as exemplars of rarity, grace and beauty, and as inhabitants of the spirit world.
Please note: This item is second hand and may have nicks, marks and scuffs to the outer and/or inner box or capsule. We strive to ensure that all items listed for sale are to a high standard, but please be aware that some of the older boxes issued by the Mints have not stood the test of time. While there may be some scuffing to the original packaging, the coin itself is in excellent condition with the pricing reflecting the condition of the product.